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 The fireweed plant turns brilliant colors after the first frost, as this one seen along the Little Lakes trail in upper Rock Creek Canyon shows. Mammoth Times Photo/Wendilyn Grasseschi |
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Fourth of July Calendar |
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Friday, 03 July 2009 |
Friday July 3
Village at Mammoth Fireworks
At the Village in Mammoth. Starts at approximately 9:30 p.m.
Main Street Midway
Events include: an art show in the Footloose parking lot; a skateboard competition at Wave Rave; kids activities and games in front of Schat’s Bakery; a beer garden with band, clowns, interactive booths and food for purchase in front of P3/Base Camp/Lulu’s Boutique; a Chalk It Up competition and theater production in front of the Luxury Outlet Mall. The beer garden and live entertainment will continue all weekend. From 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Free public parking at the Mammoth Lakes Post Office.
Second Annual 3rd of July Dunk Tank
Part of the “Mammoth Great American 4th of July!” at the Village.
Annual Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra Garage Sale
Starts at 6:30 a.m. until finished at 126 Twin Lakes Lane – just of Canyon Boulevard. For more information, call (760) 934-0791.
Food, Glorious Food Gallery Opening
4-8 p.m. at Paisley Gallery, Industrial Park. Featuring new, food-related art by local artists Dana Ellis, Kendra Knight, Lori Michelon, Ron Orozco and more.
Devils Postpile Evening Campfire Program
The Stinky, Slinky, and Sometimes Sneaky Weasel Family, at 8:30 p.m. Meet at the Devils Postpile amphitheater next to the Ranger Station. There are also dailyl one-hour, one-mile guided walks at 11 a.m. For detailed program information call (760) 934-2289.
Friday July 3 -
Saturday July 4
Summer Sundown Concert Series
At the Village in Mammoth. For more details, please call (760) 924-1575.
Friday July 3 -
Sunday July 5
Mammoth Celebrates the Arts
Artwork, trout sculptures, pottery, stained glass, and other unique handmade items offered by the artists themselves. Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. In the Footloose parking lot. For more information, call (760) 873-7242.
Saturday July 4
Lions Club Pancake Breakfast
From 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. in the Mammoth Mall parking lot. Includes O.J., coffee, sausage and all-you-can-eat pancakes. $7 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. For more information, call (760) 934-0017.
5th Annual Footloose Freedom Mile
One-mile race starts near the corner of Minaret Road and Old Mammoth Road at approximately 10:10 a.m. Proceeds go to Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra, High Sierra Striders and the Mammoth Track Project. For more information, call (760) 937-2406.
Independence Day Parade
Starts at 11 a.m., running down Main Street and up Old Mammoth Road.
Pops in the Park
A live 45-piece orchestra will play a free concert of patriotic and Hollywood favorites after the parade at Mammoth Creek Park. For more information, call (760) 934-7015 or visit www.chambermusicunbound.org.
4th of July Fire Safety Fun Festival
Learn how to be fire safe and meet Smokey Bear. Refreshments will be served. At the U.S. Forest Service Fire Station #2 on Sawmill Cutoff Road from after the parade to 3 p.m. For more information, call (760) 924-5538.
4th of July Fire Station #1 Open House
From 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Fire Station #1 on Main Street. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call (760) 934-2300.
4th of July Tri
At Whitmore Pool. Details to come. For more information, call (760) 914-2662.
Free Fishing Day in Mono County
Fish for free in Mono County for one day. All California fishing regulations for Mono County apply. For more information, call (760) 934-2664 or visit www.dfg.ca.gov.
Sierra Club Hike to Telescope Peak from Mahogany Flat
A gradual 3,200 ft elev gain on good trail to the summit. This will be a long 14 mile roundtrip. Meet at 5 a.m. at ML Union Bank parking lot or at 6:30 a.m. at USFS Visitor Center just south of Lone Pine at Hwys 395 and 136 or 8 a.m. at the trailhead. RSVP required. For more information, call (760) 935-4512).
CNPS Plant Sale
The California Native Plant Society, Bristlecone Chapter, Mammoth Region is having a plant sale at Sherry Taylor’s home (107 Sugar Pine Drive in Mammoth) between 9 and 10 a.m. All proceeds go to the Native Plant Society. Quantites are limited. All plants are $3.50. For more information, call (760) 934-2338.
Friends of the Inyo Hike: Yost Meadow to Glass Creek Meadow
Eight-mile trek through spectacular wildflower-filled meadows starts at the Fern Creek trailhead in June Lake, heads up the trail to Yost Meadow, part of the newly designated Owens Headwaters Wilderness. Then the route goes cross-country down to Glass Creek Meadow, one of the area’s hidden gems. Paul McFarland will talk about flora, fauna and geology. A shuttle car brings hikers back to Fern Creek. Meet at the Fern Creek Trail at 8 a.m. Limited to 15 participants. RSVP to
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or call Paul McFarland at 760-709-1093.
Devils Postpile Evening Campfire Program
Boom! The Dawn of Flowers, at 8:30 p.m. Meet at the Devils Postpile amphitheater next to the Ranger Station. There are also dailyl one-hour, one-mile guided walks at 11 a.m. For detailed program information call (760) 934-2289.
Saturday July 4 -
Sunday July 5
Chalk It Up
Watch artists create chalk art, improv shows and the hip hop dancers of the Brittany Marie Dance Studio. Dance shows are: Sat 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m. & Sun 12 p.m., 2 p.m. Performances are free, but donations can be made to support the newly formed Mammoth Lakes Repertory Theatre. In the Luxury Outlets Parking Lot on Main Street.
Sunday July 5
Movies under the Stars
Blue Hawaii – Movies are free and start at dusk, limited seating provided, so bring your own if you can and a blanket. Popcorn and drinks available to benefit local non-profits. At the Village in Mammoth. For more information, visit www.MammothMountain.com
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Last Updated ( Monday, 06 July 2009 )
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